Is it God’s plan
‘Listen for God’s voice … he’s the one who will keep you on track.’ Proverbs 3:6 MSG https://youtu.be/_p2MApyCsmo Gods Plan -After being anointed king of Israel, instead of immediately going to Jerusalem and claiming his throne, David was forced to spend years living like a fugitive and hiding in caves because Saul was out to […]
What are your values
Here are some values based on Scripture: 1) God’s sovereignty. ‘You saw me before I was born. Every day of my life was recorded in your book. Every moment was laid out before a single day had passed’ (Psalm 139:16 NLT). You can rest in knowing that God has the last word on everything that concerns you […]
PATIENCE
‘Being cheerful keeps you healthy.’ Proverbs 17:22 GNT Here are two more things you need to do in order to develop patience: 1) Develop a sense of humour. The Bible says, ‘A relaxed attitude lengthens a man’s life’ (Proverbs 14:30 TLB). Scientific studies reveal that people who laugh, live longer. Humour is a stress dissolver. It’s an […]
How to develop patience
https://youtu.be/p5LWxCnRv_c The Bible says that when you pray, God can answer instantly. But nowhere in the Bible are you promised ‘instant patience’. Patience is a quality of character, and character is built over a lifetime of walking with God through good times and bad. One Bible teacher says, ‘Patience is just faith taking its time.’ […]
The Huddle
‘I appeal to you…in the name of our Lord Jesus Christ, that all of you agree with one another.’ 1 Corinthians 1:10 NIV https://youtu.be/GwkxvohXXTA To lead your family effectively, you need to learn how to huddle regularly. The ‘huddle’ is where a team: 1) sets its goals; 2) discusses the division of responsibilities; 3) tackles […]
How love is expressed
‘Serve one another humbly in love.’ Galatians 5:13 NIV https://youtu.be/XKH6-MKcmrY Love is mostly something you do instead of something you feel. Paul writes, ‘You, my brothers and sisters, were called to be free. But do not use your freedom to indulge the flesh; rather, serve one another humbly in love’ (v. 13 NIV). So how are you supposed to […]
Change your concept of God
‘He will rejoice over you with gladness.’ Zephaniah 3:17 NKJV What’s your concept of God? When you pray, ‘Our Father,’ what do you see? Do you see a parent who abandoned you, abused you, or abdicated their responsibility to you? Do you think of an angry father who accused but never affirmed you; in other […]
Intimacy vs. activity
‘Few things are needed…Mary has chosen what is better.’ Luke 10:42 NIV When Jesus visited the home of Mary and Martha, their individual responses to Him were very different. Martha’s focus was on the meal. Her aim was to please Jesus. But she made a common mistake; her work became more important than her Lord. What began as […]
Cell-brate discussion on Fathers day
fathers day Father’s Day is a special occasion that provides an excellent opportunity for children and fathers to strengthen their bond and create lasting memories. While the day itself is significant, it is equally important to focus on building a strong relationship throughout the years ahead. Here are some suggestions on how children and fathers […]
You are Christ’s ambassador
‘Our citizenship is in heaven.’ Philippians 3:20 NIV Let’s recap. As an ambassador, you must have the following qualifications and characteristics: 1) Be a citizen of the country you represent. ‘Our citizenship is in heaven.’ 2) Your character and conduct must reflect the highest values of your country. ‘That our God may make you worthy of his calling’ (2 […]